Pafuri Rivercamp

Reviews

• "Awesome Stay !"

  16 August 2019

  "We loved the tents, the braai area, the view, the peacefulness, the birds.... Very neat and cleaned daily.Only thing I would recommend is to replace mattresses ASAP.Thanx for a pleasant stay x"

• "Feeling safe. The silence with the bush noise was magical"

  13 August 2019

  "Loved the tents it was clean, comfortable, private and i felt free and safe. Got a bit lost trying to get to the exit in the dark morning - exit signs is needed. I do think each camp site shoud have a map outlining the hiking trail and some historical sites with interesting facts of the camp for exploring"

• "Uncle Martin is an amazing host"

  23 September 2018

  "Uncle Martin was such a great host reminded me of my grandfather he really went out of his way thank you so much Martin you are a gentleman , on the Accommodation side me and my girlfriend ended up sleeping with chairs back in the Toyota hilux extra cab , the accommodation is the worst Ive seen in the industry and we travel alot, for a high risk malaria area not even nets are provided Martin is such a great person if it wasnt for him I would have left but the place itself is a shithole"

• "Very nice play"

  09 July 2018

  "I spent one night there and will be back for sure. The campsite is very well thought, maintained, quiet and placed."

• "Nice break-away"

  12 February 2018

  "Comfortable and clean accommodation. Guided birding walk was worth every cent."

• "Stilte en skoon lug"

  17 January 2018

  "Teryn voor die tent is ongelyk en baie ongemaklik die ander tente is goed geplaas Dit was baie basies en diens van personeel was omtrend niks nie het tent verander as wat oorspronklik bespreek was en was swakker as wat bespreek was was enigste mense in kamp van die 6/1/2018"

• "Tranquility at its best!"

  11 December 2017

  "The accommodation was neat and clean. Cash is not easily available in the area, so make sure that you take cash along if you plan on using the restaurant or the bar during your stay. Though the lunch menu is limited, the food was excellent!"

• "Break away from busy life"

  04 September 2017

  "Very good environment to experience nature, night with the sound of frogs n waking up hearing birds singing to mark the begining of new day.A nice place to be with friends and family."

• "Excilent stay"

  13 August 2017

  "Warm weather birds bush atmosfere"

• "The food."

  20 June 2017

  "Managment was very friendly and well informed."

• "The bush and river front."

  08 June 2017

  "Fly catcher ,photo not on internet,very secluded and much bigger bedroom.Leadwood and Sausage steps steep.( so not for even slightly disabled think should let guests know.)"

• "Stunning!"

  09 April 2017

  "It was my third stay at Pafuri River Camp and once again it was amazing. This place is one of the nicest I have seen in South Africa so far. I will definitely come back again!"

• "Time to unplug"

  17 January 2017

  "A place to unwind and experience the nature at its rugged best. No technology to destruct you. We slept through the sound of mother nature herself - bush-baby cries, cow-bell rings, frogs, crickets and cicadas. A close encounter with Parabuthus granulatus (black scopion) and a rock monitor. Oh not to forget the wonderful night sky!!!"

• "Accommodation December"

  04 January 2017

  "Our stay was great really enjoyed it and the staff was very helpful.<br/><br/>"

• "Great!"

  24 September 2016

  "It was my second time at Pafuri Rivercamp and once again I was excited. The place is well maintained and you really feel like staying in the nature. Good service, friendly staff and clean facilities. They also offer a bar for cold drinks in the evenings. I would definetely come again! The only thing which is really bad is the road from the public road to the camp, full of stones and hard to use for a Polo Hatchback - someone should be done here..."

• "wonderful stay at Pafuri rivercamp"

  22 July 2015

  "We were 2 families and really enjoyed our stay at Pafuri. The tents are clean and spacious enough, the kitchen is extremely well equipped and the fridge and stove work well, the showers are hot and good and the atmosphere being in the bush but having all the conveniences you need is just great. The service of all the staff, and especially Robert, is very professional and friendly. The walk along the river was lovely and the siting of a spotted genet wandering on our camp while sitting by the fire was very special. Thank you and well done.<div><br /></div>"

• "Tranquility..."

  18 June 2015

  "<p>We spentthree days in absolute tranquillity...away from the hustle and bustle of life in Johannesburg...with no electricitywe had to resort to sitting around a campfire telling stories for entertainment...the sky was littered with stars brighter than I have ever experienced! Hats off to Koos and his Team - we will be back....</p>"

• "Amazing"

  24 March 2015

  "This was one of the most amazing stays we ever had. The tree-house was just beautiful and the whole site romantic and very nice at all and even clean and save. The staff, especially Robert, was so friendly and kind. This is truly recommendable. The only thing we didn't like was the street from Parfuri Gate to the Camp which was difficult to use for a sedan vehicle without damaging it. But that did not destroy the positive experience at all."

• "Back to basics with everything you need!"

  19 October 2014

  "Great hosts, great company, great food and a comfy bed. No electricity and a tent on stilts in the trees on a level with the Vervet Monkeys makes for a truly great experience. Not to be missed!"

• "Great Experience"

  22 September 2014

  "Pafuri Rivercamp was a lovely hideaway. If you can handle not having electricity then this place is more than worth a visit. The tree houses are brilliant and more than comfortable and the working toilets and showers don't hurt either! The pool and bar area is brilliant and the chef makes a superb 3 course dinner. Would definitely recommend!"

• "Overnight stay @ Pafuri Rivercamp"

  28 June 2014

  "What an awesome place.I really enjoyed it there - everything perfectly clean and well prepared. The hosts just make the camp - loved them there!"

• "Nice night"

  17 February 2014

  "Was only a one night stop so not much to report, was raining very hard as well. Enjoyed the accommodation, rustic and not for those looking for a light switch or mobile reception. Great little pub and ok food."

• "Wondeful Hospitality"

  16 August 2013

  "Corrie and Colleen where great hosts.They went the extra mile for our daughter's marriage wows.I would recommend this venue to anyone."

• "Nice"

  04 June 2013

  "Nice to be out at fresh air, right around the Pafuri Camp. Great Animal sightings at night like Gennet and Bushbaby."

• "Pafuri River Camp"

  08 April 2013

  "A very rustic camp that is such a wonderfull break away from the hustle and bustle of the big city life. Martin and Elle is such wonderful hosts and is a real inspiration for young people to take on a life of seclution out in a area with very little ameanaties and luxuries. Chef Robert is the best that their ease and prepared the most wonderful meals, he is a true asset to the camp."

• "Pure Africa"

  04 January 2013

  "We had a wonderful stay at Pafuri. Our four teens loved the treehouses although the mattresses could be a bit thicker. The adults in our group thought the setting, swimming pool, boma and evening meals excellent. We all enjoyed the magic of a true bush experience with no electricity. A true escape. Visiting the northern most part of the Kruger Park meant we saw baobabs, leopard, nyala buck and few other cars. Our group of eight all thoroughly enjoyed our four day stay."

• "Wonderful"

  17 April 2012

  "Yes, we had a wonderful stay at Pafuri Rivercamp. Nightjar was wonderul to stay at. Nothing missing, nothing wrong. Would highly recommend it and will definately stay again! Was the perfect getaway. Thanks to friendly staff, Vaughn, Sandy, Mike and Lynn."

• "Nice"

  01 February 2012

  "It was very nice!"

• "French family"

  24 August 2011

  "We really enjoyed our stay at Pafuri. Our 7-year old son in particular. The tents are well equipped and we had everything necessary, except food. Self-catering is not that common in France so we didn't expect it. We also didn't realise the tents were quite isolated. It was not a problem but some people may not like that. The whole experience was very pleasant and the songs we heard in the morning a nice surprise!"

• "A special experience"

  20 August 2011

  "Situated near the gate. 4 km from the tar road. These 4 km are not easy. You need a car with a rather high clearance. Mike and Lin are nice hosts. Tents are equipped with a bush shower. You will get used to it. No telephone. No electicity in your tent. You sleep in the middle of nowhere. A lot of elephants in the north of Kruger."

• "Great"

  06 July 2011

  "Great experience, I loved it."

• "Thanks for your hospitality"

  08 May 2011

  "Great place to stay. We were well looked after by the team and it is a lovely setting. If we knew that each tree house had a fully equipped kitchen we would have cooked our own supper."

• "Pafuri River Camp"

  28 June 2010

  "Fantastic thanks will be back."

• "Peaceful days"

  05 May 2010

  "Spent four excellent peaceful days at Pafuri River Campduring first four days of May.Mild Weather, tasteful food and most interesting presentation of astronomy by Kos.Thank you we enjoyed every minute."

• "Very comfortable."

  11 April 2010

  "It was a wonderful experience although very short. Very comfortable. We will return"

• "Very comfortable."

  11 April 2010

  "It was a wonderful experience although very short. Very comfortable.We will return"

• "We had the best time!"

  31 December 2009

  "What a beautiful spot - accommodation was so different and such fun - kitchen well stocked, lovely shower- good loo - our Xmas dinner was very special with an amazing choice - what chefs!! Thank you so much Sandy and Vaughan and Pat and the cordon bleu chef/game ranger/Mark and his fellow chef. We'll be back! Rose and Dave lupton-Smith and Beryl Lansdown and Dawn Kenny"

• "We had the best time!"

  31 December 2009

  "What a beautiful spot - accommodation was so different and such fun - kitchen well stocked, lovely shower- good loo - our Xmas dinner was very special with an amazing choice - what chefs!!Thank you so much Sandy and Vaughan and Pat and the cordon bleu chef/game ranger/Mark and his fellow chef.We'll be back!Rose and Dave lupton-Smith and Beryl Lansdown and Dawn Kenny "

• "Great Fun"

  01 October 2009

  "We did not have time for any of the activities as we had only booked one nightbut we will remember our night in the safari tent for a long time. Don`t be put off by the thought of roughing - it, we are into our fifties and found it to be great fun.We will make sure that we allow more time next time."

• "Pafuri River Lodge"

  28 September 2009

  "What a wonderful environment, the accommodation was neat and tidy, service was brilliant, and the stay as a whole was fantastic. Travelled through to Kruger daily, saw loads of animals, wonderful lion sightings at Pafuri bridge, not overcrowded and busy like south."

• "Pafuri River Lodge"

  28 September 2009

  "What a wonderful environment, the accommodation was neat and tidy, service was brilliant, and the stay as a whole was fantastic. Travelled through to Kruger daily, saw loads of animals, wonderful lion sightings at Pafuri bridge, not overcrowded and busy like south."

• "Our memorial day"

  15 July 2009

  "It was exceptional experience we had. especially children asking me when we will go back to top tree house next time. People were very friendly and kindness and food they made was tasty. The sound from forest and river was impressed. I am definitely see you again and will stay few more days. Thank you."

• "Our memorial day"

  15 July 2009

  "It was exceptional experience we had. especially children asking me when we will go back to top tree house next time. People were very friendly and kindness and food they made was tasty. The sound from forest and river was impressed. I am definitely see you again and will stay few more days. Thank you."

• "Awesome"

  17 November 2008

  "The camp is really not for everybody, however those people in the world who are not stuck up and enjoy the real bush life experience, Pafuri river camp is the place to visit. It's really rustic with it's paraffin lamps and outside showers. I would visit there any time as i found the place to be awesome."

• "Awesome"

  17 November 2008

  "The camp is really not for everybody, however those people in the world who are not stuck up and enjoy the real bush life experience, Pafuri river camp is the place to visit. It's really rustic with it's paraffin lamps and outside showers. I would visit there any time as i found the place to be awesome."

• "Fantastic"

  27 October 2008

  "Absolutely stunning"

• "Fantastic"

  27 October 2008

  "Absolutely stunning"

• "Recommended"

  27 June 2008

  "Very, very nice"

• "Wonderful"

  31 August 2007

  "We would just like to thank Dave and Karen for our wonderful stay at their camp. We booked into Nyala Camp and thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at the camp, their hospitality and their great stories. Thanks once more and we hope to visit you again! Claudia, Constanze & Michael "

• "Saw tons of wildlife "

  17 July 2007

  "Wonderful site, so relaxing.Hosts incredibly helpful.We are very glad we stayed up in the North of Kruger away from the crazy crowds of the south.We saw tons of wildlife (including lion and leopard and great birdwatching on the Luvuvhu), and had peace and quiet to ourselves at night.Very satisfied.Loved the tented accommodations, too."

• "Fantastic place to just switch off"

  11 April 2007

  "We had a wonderful time.The outdoor shower was the best shower I've ever had.Dave and his wife were very friendly and made you feel very at home.The accomodation is rustic but just adds to the experience.Bush pub and pool deck were also wonderful.Will definitely be back."

• ""Switch off""

  25 August 2006

  "Ons het dit baie geniet, veral die rustigheid! Geen elektrisiteit, voertuie of te veel mense nie, net die natuur."

• ""Switch off""

  25 August 2006

  "Ons het dit baie geniet, veral die rustigheid! Geen elektrisiteit, voertuie of te veel mense nie, net die natuur."

• "Pafuri Rivercamp"

  02 May 2006

  "Enjoyed our stay at the lodge and look forward to staying in the new lodge being constructed. Also enjoyed exploring the area."

• "Pafuri Rivercamp"

  02 May 2006

  "Enjoyed our stay at the lodgeand look forward to staying in the new lodge being constructed.Also enjoyed exploring the area."

• "Pafuri river experience"

  03 October 2005

  "What a way to spend some time in the bush. The monkeys wake you up in the morning, jumping on your tent. Thoroughly enjoyed the time we spent there, Glynn and company are great hosts, spend some time chatting to them sitting at the pub. Kruger Park just next door with great views of northern bushveld and lots of elaphants, crocodiles and other game.The food at pafuri is great, the camp is kept tidy and clean and there are some great bush walks, scenery around the camp."

• "Pafuri river experience"

  03 October 2005

  "What a way to spend some time in the bush. The monkeys wake you up in the morning, jumping on your tent. Thoroughly enjoyed the time we spent there, Glynn and company are great hosts, spend some time chatting to them sitting at the pub. Kruger Park just next door with great views of northern bushveld and lots of elaphants, crocodiles and other game.The food at pafuri is great, the camp is kept tidy and clean and there are some great bush walks, scenery around the camp."

• "Pafuri - Wallermans Camp"

  15 August 2005

  "Thoroughly enjoyed our stay - wonderful ambience, accommodation basic, but fun, food more than adequate, will certainly recommend to anybody requiring accommodation in the area."

• "Pafuri - Wallermans Camp"

  15 August 2005

  "Thoroughly enjoyed our stay - wonderful ambience, accommodation basic, but fun, food more than adequate, will certainly recommend to anybody requiring accommodation in the area."